conflicting
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /kənˈflɪktɪŋ/
KK: /kənˈflɪktɪŋ/
adjective
Definition
Describing things that are in disagreement or opposition to each other.
Example
The conflicting opinions of the team members made it hard to reach a decision.
Conversation
I heard there are some conflicting opinions about the new restaurant in town.
Yeah, some people love it while others think it’s overrated.
It’s interesting how people can have such conflicting views on the same place.
True! I guess everyone has different tastes and experiences.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
contradictory
opposing
clashing
Antonyms
harmonious
consistent
agreeing
verb
Definition
To be in disagreement or opposition with something or someone.
Example
The two plans are conflicting, making it hard to choose one.
Tense Forms
Past: conflicted
Past Participle: conflicted
Conversation
I’ve been feeling really conflicting emotions about my job lately.
What’s been bothering you?
I love the work, but the hours are really tough and stressful.
Root Explanation
Conflicting → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "fligere" (meaning to strike). The word describes situations where two or more things strike against each other, leading to disagreement or opposition.
Memory Tip
Think of things 'striking together' ('con-' means together and 'fligere' means to strike) — that's why conflicting means having opposing views or interests.
Visually Confused Words
unconflicting
nonconflicting
unconflictingly